Bayern Munich in danger of losing Manuel Neuer - No transfer planned in the summer

Contract negotiations between Bayern Munich and national team keeper Manuel Neuer have been difficult and could even fall apart. The biggest obstacles are not salary or length of contract—according to Spox Neuer is asking for €15 million a year—but Bayern's future perspective.

Neuer wants a lengthy contract combined with a significant financial package. Although the German national team keeper turned 34 on Friday, he has completely recovered from a significant foot injury and reclaimed his status as the world's best keeper this season.

Nonetheless, his agent Thomas Kroth was spotted leaving Bayern's headquarters at the Säbener Straße on Tuesday without a new deal being agreed. Bayern feel that Neuer's demands are too big and are now in danger of losing the keeper, whose contract will expire in 2021.

Despite his advanced age, demand for Neuer would be significant. One club that could be interested are Chelsea, according to a report by Bild. Chelsea manager Frank Lampard is reportedly unhappy with Spanish keeper Kepa and the London-based club could swoop in to sign Neuer.

Chelsea are, therefore, one possible destination. Bayern, in the meantime, have already signed Alexander Nübel from Schalke as Neuer's long-term successor. Nübel, however, struggled in recent games and has lost his status as the clear number one at the Royal Blues.

Update Mar. 27: Although Chelsea could be interested. Neuer is not planning a move this summer, or alternatively at the end of this season. At the same time, Neuer sees no hurry in renewing his contract at the moment. The 34-year-old wants to know who the coach will be next season and whether Bayern will be competitive enough to win the Champions League.